In order to address the needs of others on the local, national and global scene, St. Peter’s Parish Human Concerns Committee uses: Justice Education, Direct Service, Advocacy and Empowerment. The following are a few ways this is carried out: Harvest House meal program in West Bend; coordinating and collecting for the food pantry, school supplies and baby showers for poor; Operation Rice Bowl during Lent, Franciscan Peacemakers and Catholic Charities, identifying worthy charities for support; and Direction and support for the Health Care Ministry and Parish Nurse. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 7:15 PM in St. Clare Hall.

Coordinator:

Ron Awe……………(262) 670-0465

The Bereavement Committee attends visitation and assists at funeral Masses and Memorial Services of St. Peter Parish members to extend support to the family and to offer prayers of consolation. Bereavement gatherings are hosted by the group throughout the year for all coping with loss.

Coordinators:

Ann Hayden…………..(262) 644-5072

Martha Sheridan…………..(262) 644-8909

The St. Peter’s Christian Women group promotes the formation of true Christian families. We support many areas within our parish community including our School, Religious Education Program, and the various music programs. We also make purchases for the Church sanctuary such as altar cloths and vestments. 

The group provides food service for various parish events and receptions. We hold an annual bake sale and a raffle every other year to raise funds for the various programs we support.

We invite all women of the parish to join and attend two breakfast meetings (held on Sundays after 7:30 AM Mass usually in March and October).

Coordinators:

Sandy Mueller

Joann Schodron...............262.644.5400

Prepare and serve lunch or cake and coffee after funeral Masses. No formal meetings and new volunteers are always welcomed.

Coordinator:

Joann Schodron…………(262) 644-5400

This ministry provides God's love and comfort to those who can no longer attend Mass. We offer Holy Communion and Prayer to those at home, nursing homes, rehab or the hospital. We welcome any volunteers who would enjoy sharing their faith and time with our aging or sick. If you know someone who could benefit or would like to be a part of this ministry please contact Fr. Rick or Fr. Kevin.

Any parishioner may also request delegation from the priests and bring Holy Communion home for a sick family member or neighbor on a short or long-tern basis. A pyx for communion and a short prayer service format are supplied on request from the church narthex. 

Contacts:

Fr. Rick Stoffel……….(262) 644-8083 ext. 2106

Fr. Kevin Kowalske ................... (26) 644-8083 ext. 2209

The Knights of Columbus are dedicated to strengthening family life in accordance with the social teaching of the Church and, guided by our principles of CHARITY, UNITY, FRATERNITY and PATRIOTISM, to serving as witnesses to the Good News of Jesus Christ through charitable programs and activities. Last year the 77 member families of our council gave 2,000 volunteer hours and thousands of dollars to a wide range of programs, activities and charities in the Washington County Area. Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month in Church Hall Room 130.

Coordinator:

Grand Knight……………Kevin Gulkowski

Prayer Line accepts requests for prayers which may be needed by members of the parish and their immediate families during times of emergency or illness. Individuals are always encouraged to become members of the prayer line and pray for the needs of others. No meetings. Members are contacted by phone as requests for prayer occur.

Coordinator:

Ann Hayden…………….(262) 644-5072

Prayer Shawls are handmade by volunteers and given to persons in need of healing and comfort along with a card of healing prayers from the Parish.

The group provides social opportunities for senior members of the parish, i.e. card playing, luncheons, entertainment, trips, etc. Meetings are on the first, third and fifth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM at St. Clare Hall.

Coordinator:

Diane Weitz……………..262.297.1172

The St. Peter Sewing Group was formed to provide diapers and other sanitary items to those in need. Items we sew are sent to various groups and missions as they travel the world. Even if you don’t sew, we still welcome you! There are other ways to help. We meet on the first Thursday of the month.

Coordinator:

Heidi Duerst…………………262.297.1238